Arsenal ratings: William Saliba and three other stars shine in suspicious Crystal Palace win

Arsenal kicked off their Premier League campaign with a blistering 2-0 win on the road at Crystal Palace thanks to goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Marc Guehi, who unfortunately turned the ball into their own net. The Gunners are under pressure to deliver this season after dropping fourth to Spurs last term and their campaign got off to the best possible start with three points and a clean sheet.

Arsenal were largely dominant, although Palace had their moments when they had the visitors on the back foot.

The Eagles had a lot of work to do from the start when Arsenal took an early lead through Martinelli in the 20th minute.

The Brazilian came in from close range after Oleksandr Zinchenko headed the ball towards the goal from a corner.

Bukayo Saka helped seal the victory late in the second half when his cross was turned past his own goalkeeper by Palace defender Guehi.

Here's how the Gunners rated themselves at Selhurst Park as they started their season on a high note in south-east London...

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Aaron Ramsdale - 7

Took his time on the ball and put Arsenal under unwanted pressure early on after taking the lead.

Made a nice save to prevent Odsonne Edouard in the first half. Clean sheet.

Ben White - 7

He had his hands full trying to deal with Wilfried Zaha but usually did enough, despite a few groggy moments. Very calm on the ball but reserved for a foul on the winger.

William Saliba - 8

The defense looks easy. A really solid debut from the 21-year-old, who delivered an exceptional tackle to stop Zaha in his tracks in the second half.

Gabriel Magalhaes - 8

There was a cry for a Crystal Palace when the ball hit his arm after falling from the sky. Defended well but nearly turned in his own net in the second half after being fouled by Jordan Ayew.

Oleksandr Zinchenko - 8

Punched the palms of Vicente Guaita from distance, while marking his Arsenal debut with an assist for Martinelli.

Thomas Partey - 7

Strong and gave Arsenal courage in the middle of the park.

Granite Xhaka - 7

Booked for diving but decent enough performance from one of Arsenal's leaders.

Bukayo Saka - 7

Not as sharp as usual, but that's to be expected considering it's the first game of the season. Decision-making was poor at times but boosted his rating by securing an assist for Arsenal's second when his cross landed on Marc Guehi's head.

Martin Odegaard - 6

Should have been more decisive in key moments, could have had a shot on goal but opted to pass - wasting several chances.

Gabriel Martinelli - 7

Looked very rusty but eventually scored the opener which was all that mattered.

Missed a goalkeeper five minutes into the game with his left foot, but redeemed himself on the way home.

Gabriel Jesus - 8

Huge center-front display. Ran his socks off and looked very, very lively. The goals will come, Jesus looks like a real asset to this Arsenal side.

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Kieran Tierney - 7

Eddie Nketiah - 7

Sambi Lokonga - N/A